In the world of Ghanaian sports journalism, where professionals have shown brilliance and every moment a story waiting to be told, one man has stood out as an inspiration to many.
Ohene Bampoe Brenya, journalist extraordinaire and charismatic host of Happy98.9 FM’s sports show, “Happy Sports”, is a household name that resonates with sports lovers across the country. With a unique and down-to-earth style that has captured the hearts of countless listeners, Brenya’s unparalleled coverage of championships and thought-leadership events is more than just sports reporting. it is an art form.
But who is Ohene Bampoe Brenya beyond the microphone? A look at his life reveals a multi-dimensional person. His academic journey led him to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Strategic Communication, a testament to his dedication to the art of storytelling.
However, beneath the surface, he also possesses a background in the technical field, with knowledge in electrical engineering, physics, chemistry and elective mathematics.
Brenya’s early years were nothing short of an adventure, as he fondly recalls, with many travel experiences thanks to his father’s profession as a police officer. These adventures cultivated the spirit of exploration that still runs deep within him.
Despite his prominent role in the world of sports journalism, Brenya’s life extends far beyond the airwaves. He is a devoted husband and a proud father of an adorable daughter.
Describing himself as a mix of introvert and extrovert, he may seem reserved at first, but his close friends know him as an honest and warm-hearted person. In his spare time, he finds solace in playing football, reading and watching movies.
With over thirteen years of experience in the sports industry, Brenya is intrinsically motivated by the pursuit of professional excellence. His dream is to contribute to a better Ghana and a more competitive sports industry.
Brenya recognizes the demanding nature of climbing the corporate ladder, but remains committed to making time for his family. As he reflects on his career, he credits achievements such as organizing and moderating the first GFA presidential debate, joining the Hasaacas Ladies management team, winning the West African Football Union (WAFU) and securing second place in the inaugural Champions League Women’s CAF. He is proud to play a leading role in ETV Ghana’s World Cup coverage.
His outlook for the future is one of continuous improvement. Brenya believes that even when goals remain unfulfilled, the focus should be on lessons learned and growth. For him, success means becoming the best version of oneself in every endeavor. He emphasizes the importance of presenting oneself as one wishes to be addressed, embracing the values ββof hard work, faith and above all the God factor.
Brenya’s dedication to his service as a sportscaster is rooted in his spiritual beliefs as a Christian. He finds fulfillment in this role and offers some advice to young people: get a mentor, make life-changing decisions about career aspirations, set goals and work tirelessly to achieve them. For him, there is no shortcut to success. it is dedication and hard work that lead to a good life.
Professional success and public recognition aside, Ohene Bampoe Brenya is a man of simple pleasures. His favorite Ghanaian dish is the prized local fufu a delicious soup. If he embodied an animal, it would be the faithful and companionable dog.
His advice to young people is to get a mentor, make a life decision about career aspirations, set goals, work hard to achieve them and have faith in God’s plan.
Brenya believes that you should dress and look the way you want to be addressed, looking as good and simple as possible. His favorite Ghanaian dish is the popular local Fufu a delicious soup.
His advice to upcoming sports journalists and presenters is to make good use of the mentors they choose for themselves, learn from their mistakes, βdecide what to do and work at it with all your might because there is nothing like free meal. I have to take the hard road to live a gentle life,β he says.
Join Ohene Bampoe Brenya on the ‘Happy Sports Show’ every weekday from 9:00am. to 11:00 a.m.